Bruno Wende (April 17, 1859 – December 27, 1929) was a

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serving in the

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during the

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who received the

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for bravery.

Biography

Wende was born April 17, 1859, in

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and after immigrating to the United States, entered the army from

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. He was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War with Company C, 17th U.S. Infantry as a private where he received the

for his actions. He died December 27, 1929, and is buried in Spring Grove Cemetery

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. His grave can be found in section 70, space 1870.

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Private, Company C, 17th U.S. Infantry. Place and date: At El Caney, Cuba, 1 July 1898. Entered service at: Canton, Ohio. Birth: Germany. Date of issue: 22 June 1899. Citation:

Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and under heavy fire from the enemy.

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Biography

Medal of Honor citation

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